I placed my mom at Ivy Ridge in Poverty Ridge and overall she's much happier - Jenny and the staff are welcoming, attentive and proactive, with a solid care plan, frequent checks, and lots of activities. The historic house, pleasant courtyard and pet-friendly vibe (cats and a small dog) feel homey, meals are decent, and the rate is affordable. Downsides: rooms are very small and some share bathrooms, the building is older with no elevator, cleanliness/maintenance can lag, and staffing seems thin at times. On balance it's a good, worry-reducing fit for our needs, but visit first to check room size and accessibility.
Ivy Ridge Assisted Living sits in a historic home built back in 1910, right in Sacramento, CA, and has room for up to 36 residents, making it a large care home that focuses on keeping things calm and home-like, where staff base every care plan on up-to-date senior living practices, and the whole place feels quiet and peaceful with a bit of old world charm blended with modern care technology, which works well for people who want a community in a downtown setting. Residents here need to be 55 years or older, and the community offers a wide range of living options, such as independent living for those still active, assisted living for people who need help with everyday tasks like bathing or dressing, memory care for those with Alzheimer's or other dementias, and respite or hospice services, plus there's even home health care if folks want to age in place. Rooms come in different layouts, from semi-private to private, with big sunny windows and private baths when available, and there are separate spaces for men and women, plus shared rooms are set up with a model layout to make things as comfortable as possible.
The meals here come three times a day-breakfast, lunch, and dinner-offering choices like omelets, potato soup, country soup, fish sticks, ice cream, and fruit cups, which saves residents the trouble and cost of cooking. Ivy Ridge brings in a strong resident-first approach, caring for seniors with a variety of health needs, like those who have diabetes, hypertension, or special dietary restrictions, and they have diet modifications to match, plus staff help monitor blood sugar levels, though they don't give insulin. Nurses are on staff, and there is always awake help day and night, with a doctor on call, and visits from a nurse, a dentist, and a podiatrist, and care covers medium needs, with a preference for people who need that level of help, and the facility can use mechanical lifts for safe transfers from bed to wheelchair or for residents with mobility limits. The staff can help with incontinence issues, and technology like alert bracelets helps prevent people from wandering if they get confused or lost. There's also wheelchair accessible showers and accessible common areas, both outside in the courtyard and patio and inside in gathering spaces, which all help people move around and stay social, and smoking's only allowed in private outdoor spots, never indoors.
The activity schedule's broad and fits almost any interest: daily programs range from walking, fitness, and exercise classes to music therapy and art therapy, movie nights, bingo, happy hour, painting, baking, Bible study, pet therapy, board games, games for reminiscing, and game nights, with a resident council so folks can share their ideas about life in the community. Amenities are plentiful here, offering a reading room, a wellness area, garden spots, a beauty and barber shop, hot tub, steam room, fitness center, and Wi-Fi, plus outdoor walking paths and both indoor and outdoor spaces for residents to gather and relax. Transportation comes with the community-arranged trips to the doctor, shopping, or spiritual services, which helps people stay connected and get where they need to go. Pets are welcome, and devoted services happen onsite or off, so everyone can keep up with their faith if that's important, and meals are always provided, with attention to nutrition and health.
Families tend to like Ivy Ridge especially because the staff support aging in place, so a person can stay in the same community even if care needs increase, thanks to the range of care levels, from independent and assisted living to memory care and nursing services. There's also respite stays for short-term needs, and hospice care options when someone needs comfort at the end of life. Housekeeping, laundry, medication management, and 24-hour staff come standard, and parking's available for residents who drive. Ivy Ridge's goal is simple: offer safe, steady, and nurturing support for seniors in a setting that feels like home, where seniors can live as independently as possible while still getting help when it's needed.
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Ivy Ridge Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $2,600 per month.
Ivy Ridge Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care.
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The full address for this community is 2030 23rd St, Sacramento, CA, 95818.
Yes, Ivy Ridge Assisted Living offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
84
Inspections
33
Type A Citations
14
Type B Citations
5
Years of reports
30 Jul 2025
30 Jul 2025
Found the allegation that staff do not allow residents access to the phone to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. Observed residents using the phones with staff assistance, and staff indicated residents could make calls when available.
18 Jun 2025
18 Jun 2025
Investigated found the administrator was not on-site for a sufficient number of hours, and a noticeable odor was observed in some residents’ rooms. Allegations that medical needs were not met, pests were not controlled, and meals did not offer variety were not supported by interviews and records.
§ 87405(a)
§ 87625(b)(3)
16 Apr 2025
16 Apr 2025
Identified noncompliance with state regulations due to incomplete MAR documentation, with two residents' medications found in a medication box but not documented in the MAR. Also noted a smell in one resident's room and missing non-slip mats in some bathrooms.
§ 87465(c)(3)
§ 9058
§ 87303(e)(5)
24 Mar 2025
24 Mar 2025
Found no evidence to support the allegation that malodors or pests were present. Interactions with residents and staff, along with observations and records, showed no malodors or pests and indicated ongoing pest-control services.
12 Feb 2025
12 Feb 2025
Found no evidence to support the allegations that staff did not assist residents promptly, did not prevent sleep disturbances, retaliated against residents, or failed to provide meals in a timely manner. Interviews and records showed prompt response after a fall in one instance and meals were served within established mealtimes.
04 Feb 2025
04 Feb 2025
Found no evidence to support the allegation that staff did not provide a safe environment for residents, and found no evidence that the environment or temperature was uncomfortable. Additionally, found no evidence to support the allegation that there were too few bathrooms or that showers were in disrepair.
17 Dec 2024
17 Dec 2024
Found that the allegation staff handled residents roughly and spoke to residents inappropriately was unsubstantiated. Found substantiation for improper food service sanitation and serving expired food, with issues like lack of expiration dates on frozen items and kitchen staff not wearing gloves or hair nets.
§ 87555(b)(8)
§ 87555(b)(15)
07 Nov 2024
07 Nov 2024
Investigated allegation that staff falsified resident care documentation; found no evidence to support falsification after reviewing five resident records and interviewing staff and residents. Identified medication-management concerns with discrepancies in medication administration records and some residents reporting they did not receive prescribed medications, and confirmed odors in certain rooms corroborated by residents.
§ 87465(c)(2)
§ 87625(b)(3)
§ 87465(c)(3)
10 Oct 2024
10 Oct 2024
Determined that the eviction of a resident was unlawful because the admission agreement did not cap call usage and the resident did not violate any rules. Found that two shower heads were removed to prevent water overflow; temperatures and AC were in good repair and within required ranges; food service and Wi‑Fi were adequate, with most residents and staff reporting no concerns.
§ 87303(a)
§ 8722(a)
01 Oct 2024
01 Oct 2024
Found that medications were not stored securely in this home, with a spare key left on top of a cart and accessible to residents and visitors.
Found that a resident tested positive for fentanyl without a prescription on admission and the following day, and died from respiratory failure and overdose, with unclear how the exposure occurred.
§ 87465(h)(2)
11 Sept 2024
11 Sept 2024
Identified proposed upgrades and expansions at the site, including increasing occupancy from 36 to 49, assessing non-ambulatory/fire clearance counts, replacing an exhaust fan in the Terrace restroom, installing an AC unit and solar panels in the Wall Building, and adding a lift and ramp to connect the Main Building with the Terrace. Noted the need to coordinate with planning and fire authorities and to obtain building permits.
11 Sept 2024
11 Sept 2024
Issues discussed during the conference included expanding the building census, replacing an exhaust fan, installing new AC units and solar panels, and connecting buildings with a lift and ramp. Notifications and permits were advised to be obtained before making any changes.
28 Aug 2024
28 Aug 2024
Found that residents received clean linens and laundry services were provided, with nine of ten residents and staff reporting no concerns. Noted that no deficiencies were cited.
28 Aug 2024
28 Aug 2024
Found no evidence that staff failed to keep the site pest-free; records show ongoing pest-control services since 2022 with regular interior and exterior treatments, including a recent exterior service, and residents reported no pests.
28 Aug 2024
28 Aug 2024
Investigated the allegation that staff did not ensure the facility was free of pests; determined no substantial evidence to support the claim, as pest control records and interviews indicated no pest issues.
25 Apr 2024
25 Apr 2024
Identified deficiencies due to failure to retain resident records for at least three years after service termination; requests for a resident's needs and service plan and MAR records for two months in 2022 could not be located. Conducted an exit interview.
25 Apr 2024
25 Apr 2024
Identified deficiencies in record-keeping practices during the visit.
§ 87506(e)
03 Apr 2024
03 Apr 2024
Identified deficiencies in compliance with Title 22 rules, including strong urine odors in the building and several residents' rooms. Also noted incomplete medication administration records, missing signatures on resident forms, and incomplete staff file documentation, while all staff background checks were fingerprint cleared.
03 Apr 2024
03 Apr 2024
Identified deficiencies in the facility during a routine inspection, including issues with medication administration, resident signatures, and fire extinguisher servicing.
§ 87468.1
§ 87465(a)(4)
§ 87625(b)(3)
22 Feb 2024
22 Feb 2024
Identified that the allegation of no administrator involved a title held without active oversight; the licensee admitted a friend was added as administrator and not involved in operations. Identified that the allegations of unclean rooms and pests involved observations of dirty bedrooms and bathrooms, strong urine odors, residents' reports of insufficient cleaning, and live/dead bed bugs in different areas; this pest issue had been noted before.
22 Feb 2024
22 Feb 2024
Confirmed allegations of a missing administrator, unclean resident rooms, and pests at the facility.
§ 87405(a)
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
02 Feb 2024
02 Feb 2024
Identified concerns that staff were not present to provide care and supervision and that residents did not consistently receive linens. Found no clear evidence that staff failed to maintain residents’ hygiene.
02 Feb 2024
02 Feb 2024
Confirmed allegations regarding residents' linens not being provided and concern over staff not being present to provide care and supervision.
§ 87307(a)(3)
§ 87464(f)(1)
14 Dec 2023
14 Dec 2023
Identified bedbugs in multiple resident rooms and in a bathroom, with several residents reporting sightings. Identified sanitation deficiencies in the kitchen, including a dusty stove/hood, heavy grease, and spills on counters.
13 Dec 2023
13 Dec 2023
Investigated three questionable deaths linked to a prior change of ownership and concerns about numerous citations, resident AWOL, insufficient staffing, and monitoring residents’ condition or summoning medical help when needed; no deficiencies were cited, and administrator certification renewal was discussed.
14 Dec 2023
14 Dec 2023
Confirmed allegations of pest infestation and cleanliness issues at the facility based on observations, interviews, and records reviewed.
§ 87303(a)
13 Dec 2023
13 Dec 2023
Confirmed findings included citations issued, concerns about resident safety, and changes in staffing were reported. Plans for improvement were discussed, and timelines for compliance were established.
30 Nov 2023
30 Nov 2023
Found no preponderance of evidence to prove the allegation that staff did not provide adequate meals or failed to assist with bathing and personal hygiene. Interviews and records showed meals were adequate and staff did assist with bathing and personal hygiene, with no skin issues or bed sores observed.
30 Nov 2023
30 Nov 2023
Confirmed through interviews and record reviews that staff provide adequate food services, although a resident reported the food tasted bad. Staff also assist the resident with bathing and personal hygiene, with no reported skin issues.
20 Nov 2023
20 Nov 2023
Investigated follow-up on a prior complaint, reviewing specific concerns: staff must seek approval before sending residents to the hospital; residents not consistently receiving medications; a resident's tax-related task and missing refund check; Hoyer lift use and training; and insulin administration not performed by a nurse. Found no deficiencies cited, and the administrator was advised that investigators would return later to complete the investigation.
20 Nov 2023
20 Nov 2023
Determined that the allegation that staff did not seek medical attention in a timely manner led to the deaths of three residents. Found insufficient evidence to support the other allegations, including safeguarding residents' personal items, preventing exit-seeking residents from leaving, staffing adequacy, yelling at residents, staff intoxication, fraudulent recording of records, taking medications, and training.
20 Nov 2023
20 Nov 2023
Confirmed findings of untimely medical attention resulting in resident deaths and unsubstantiated findings for remaining allegations at the facility.
§ 87465(a)(2)
20 Nov 2023
20 Nov 2023
Found no deficiencies during the visit but will return later to investigate further based on information from a previous complaint.
12 Oct 2023
12 Oct 2023
Conducted an unannounced collateral visit by a licensing program analyst; administrator met on an issue unrelated to this location; no deficiencies identified in evaluated areas; exit interview conducted.
12 Oct 2023
12 Oct 2023
No deficiencies were observed during the visit, and the inspection was concluded.
28 Sept 2023
28 Sept 2023
Conducted an unannounced collateral visit; interviewed staff about an issue unrelated to this site. Observed no deficiencies in the areas evaluated; exit interview conducted.
28 Sept 2023
28 Sept 2023
Visited facility for unannounced inspection, no deficiencies observed. Conducted interview on unrelated issue with staff.
20 Sept 2023
20 Sept 2023
Identified an immediate exclusion from all facilities licensed by the California Department of Social Services for a staff member, prohibiting work, living in, and/or contact with clients, effective 09/20/2023.
20 Sept 2023
20 Sept 2023
Confirmed immediate exclusion of an individual from all facilities due to concerns regarding client safety.
07 Sept 2023
07 Sept 2023
Found an unannounced collateral visit by a licensing program analyst; staff were interviewed about an issue unrelated to this home; no deficiencies were observed in the evaluated areas; an exit interview was conducted.
07 Sept 2023
07 Sept 2023
Conducted an unannounced visit and interviewed staff, no deficiencies observed during the evaluation.
30 Aug 2023
30 Aug 2023
Found no deficiencies during an unannounced collateral visit; staff interviewed about an issue unrelated to this setting; exit interview completed.
30 Aug 2023
30 Aug 2023
Interviewed staff on unrelated issue during collateral visit. No deficiencies observed. Exit Interview conducted.
13 Jul 2023
13 Jul 2023
Found no deficiencies; 27 residents were supported by a well-maintained living area with proper temperatures, adequate food, secured medication storage, and up-to-date safety devices. Reviewed 3 resident and 3 staff files, with all required records and staff background clearances in place.
13 Jul 2023
13 Jul 2023
Confirmed no health or safety concerns found during the inspection.
07 Jul 2023
07 Jul 2023
Found the allegation unfounded after interviews and records review; no violations were cited.
07 Jul 2023
07 Jul 2023
Determined that allegations against the facility were unfounded, with no evidence or corroboration from interviews and record reviews; no violations cited.
18 May 2023
18 May 2023
Found that the specific allegation that medications were not provided on time and meals were inadequate was unfounded; resident confirmed timely medications and adequate food service, and records showed medications administered as prescribed and glucose monitoring consistent with orders.
18 May 2023
18 May 2023
Determined that the allegation of staff not providing timely medication and adequate food services was unfounded, as interviews and records confirmed residents received medication as prescribed and adequate food.
06 Apr 2023
06 Apr 2023
Found that planned activities were not made available to residents and no notice of planned activities had been posted previously, with the administrator confirming the absence.
06 Apr 2023
06 Apr 2023
Confirmed lack of planned activities for residents.
§ 87465(a)(2)
24 Mar 2023
24 Mar 2023
Found compliance with Title 22 during a pre-licensing review, noting a valid fire clearance, clean and well-maintained premises, secure medication storage, proper hot water temperature, sufficient food supply, and implemented infection-control measures like screenings and hand hygiene. Files for four residents and three staff were reviewed; admissions will be overseen by the designated administrator; Component III was waived and final license approval is pending.
24 Mar 2023
24 Mar 2023
Completed pre-licensing inspection of the facility found to be in compliance with regulations.
08 Mar 2023
08 Mar 2023
Found that on 2/28/23 a resident wandered out through a back door that lacked a door chime/alarm; staff attempted to follow but a vehicle blocked view and the resident was lost from sight. No one-on-one supervision or safety measures prevented wandering, and a $500 civil penalty was assessed.
§ 87411(a)
08 Mar 2023
08 Mar 2023
Confirmed allegations of a resident leaving the facility unsupervised due to lack of safety measures in place.
§ 87219
27 Jan 2023
27 Jan 2023
Found no violations. Safety measures, emergency systems, and storage areas were in good order, and resident and staff records were reviewed; updated documents were requested.
27 Jan 2023
27 Jan 2023
Conducted unannounced inspection visit to ensure compliance with regulations and found no violations.
20 Dec 2022
20 Dec 2022
Found that all cited deficiencies were cleared by the plan of correction due date, with a clearance letter issued and the exit interview completed.
19 Dec 2022
19 Dec 2022
Identified concerns about administrator qualifications, timely submission of proofs of correction, and oversight when the administrator oversees multiple locations, and reminded the management company to follow Title 22 requirements; no deficiencies were cited.
20 Dec 2022
20 Dec 2022
Identified that staff did not provide timely medical attention to a resident, who showed worsening delirium and sepsis before hospital transfer. Found that pain medications were not provided by staff as prescribed (analgesia managed by hospice); no evidence showed a pressure injury on arrival, and the allegations about safeguarding property or failing to notify the resident’s representative were not supported.
§ 87465(g)
20 Dec 2022
20 Dec 2022
Cleared deficiencies during the visit on 12/20/22 as per the POC. Compliance confirmed.
19 Dec 2022
19 Dec 2022
Identified concerns with administrator qualifications and timely submission of proof of correction during the meeting with management representatives. No deficiencies were cited at this time.
15 Dec 2022
15 Dec 2022
Found unannounced POC visit on 12/15/22 regarding deficiencies from 10/25/22 and 10/19/22; POCs not submitted to Licensing as of today.
15 Dec 2022
15 Dec 2022
LPAs conducted a visit for deficiencies cited on specific dates. The facility did not provide proof of correction by the due date.
29 Nov 2022
29 Nov 2022
Found the odor allegation and the bathing assistance allegation to be unsubstantiated.
29 Nov 2022
29 Nov 2022
Found no foul odors and adequate staffing per interviews with residents and staff. Two residents received bathing assistance.
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26 Oct 2022
26 Oct 2022
Investigated allegations of abandonment, lease-back arrangements, a Change of Ownership application, AWOL, eviction procedures, and administrator qualifications; no deficiencies were cited.
26 Oct 2022
26 Oct 2022
Confirmed deficiency in regulatory compliance and outlined necessary corrective actions.
25 Oct 2022
25 Oct 2022
Identified that the property was sold in June 2022 without notification to the department, and the licensee stated they were no longer involved. Observed that no administrator was in place with no new administrator or recertification documents received, and medications were left unsecured in an unlocked office with missing administration records for 10/24/22 and 10/25/22.
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25 Oct 2022
25 Oct 2022
Identified deficiencies in medication storage and administration, as well as lack of a qualified administrator at the facility.
21 Oct 2022
21 Oct 2022
Identified deficiencies in resident records during an unannounced visit, with conflicting information about a resident's file location and a request for an updated LIC 500. Penalties may apply if deficiencies are not corrected by due dates.
21 Oct 2022
21 Oct 2022
Identified deficiencies in resident record keeping during a visit by a Licensing Program Analyst.
19 Oct 2022
19 Oct 2022
Found that glucose monitoring did not follow a doctor's order for four tests per day, with only three tests performed and readings missing on several dates. Identified hazards including standing water on an upstairs bathroom floor, numerous flies in a resident’s room, and staffing shortfalls that allowed a resident to elope unassisted.
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19 Oct 2022
19 Oct 2022
Investigated a resident elopement on 10/17/22 after a physician determined the resident could not leave unassisted. Found that staff did not observe the departure and later reported the resident missing, who was located by law enforcement and returned.
§ 87468
19 Oct 2022
19 Oct 2022
Determined resident unable to leave unassisted, resulting in elopement incident.
29 Apr 2022
29 Apr 2022
Found an unwitnessed fall occurred on 11/21/2021; the resident was taken to the hospital and the discharge summary noted no injuries. Found that attempts to contact the family to release personal belongings were hindered by full voicemail, and belongings were collected by the resident’s nephew on 3/24/2022 after the family declined entry due to vaccination and negative COVID test requirements.
29 Apr 2022
29 Apr 2022
Investigated allegations of unexplained injuries and withheld property; determined that the injury claim lacked sufficient evidence and the resident's belongings were eventually retrieved by a family member.
§ 87506(a)
12 Jan 2022
12 Jan 2022
Identified unusually high water temperatures in the kitchen and bathroom; proof of correction was submitted and the issue was cleared.
12 Jan 2022
12 Jan 2022
Observed water temperatures were corrected to comply with regulations during the inspection.
04 Jan 2022
04 Jan 2022
Identified a deficiency due to hot water temperatures exceeding the allowed 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit range. Noted that infection-control measures and safety equipment were in place.
04 Jan 2022
04 Jan 2022
Identified deficiencies during the inspection visit included issues with water temperature, emergency preparedness documentation, and Covid-19 mitigation measures.
26 Jul 2021
26 Jul 2021
Found no deficiencies following an unannounced annual visit, with areas clean and well-maintained, proper furnishings and lighting, medications and toxins securely stored, and infection control measures in place.
26 Jul 2021
26 Jul 2021
Inspection on 07/26/2021 found facility in compliance with regulations.
§ 87303(e)(2)
27 Jan 2020
27 Jan 2020
Inspection found no deficiencies in safety, care, or documentation at the facility.
